For this new release, three highly talented producers, Alok, Maz, and Mozambo, have come together to create an electronic Afro House remix of the energetic Brazilian track, Maracatu Atomico by Gilberto Gil. Acknowledging the roots of the original whilst also bringing it a fresh, contemporary sound, this is one remix that fans of these artists will not want to miss out on hearing.
🔊 Maracatu Atomico’s Transition Into Afro House Form
From the very first beat, this 2026 Afro House remix honors the vibrant percussive energy of Gilberto Gil’s original Maracatu Atomico – particularly its infectious rhythms – while also layering in deep, hypnotic basslines and shimmering electronic textures. Alok, Maz, and Mozambo are clearly a match made in musical heaven, because they expertly deconstruct the original’s melodies, before reassembling them into a modern Afro House structure that flows seamlessly between tribal percussion, soaring synths, and dynamic drops. The result is a track that has elements of nostalgia, but which also offers a cutting-edge perspective on the celebration of Brazilian musical heritage within the global electronic music scene.
💿 Alok, Maz and Mozambo’s Collaborative Afro House Direction
Some of our favorite tracks from these three producers prior to this release have been those released in collaboration with other artists, such as Alok’s Substance with SCRIPT and FAANGS, and Mozambo’s Stay with Antdot (the latter of which also featured on our list of top 5 Afro House tracks in 2025). This 2026 Afro House remix of Maracatu Atomico, however, surely has to rank alongside some of the best collaborative work that Alok, Maz and Mozambo have put out, fusing their distinctive individual styles of electronic music with classic elements of Brazilian music. Leading with some gorgeous Afro House rhythms and pushing the energetic vocals of the original song to the forefront, the remix really takes listeners on a journey, balancing high-energy drops with intricate percussive patterns that pay homage to the song’s traditional roots.
🌐Where to Stream Gilberto Gil – Maracatu Atomico (Alok, Maz & Mozambo Remix)?
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